I am not a politician, and my other habits are good, also.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ward humorously claims he is not a politician and has good habits.
- In plain terms
- Ward jokes he is not a politician and his habits are fine.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-deprecating humor can deflect criticism.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why is humor used in politics?
- How do you defend yourself?
Another view
Such claims can sometimes be misleading.
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